The project: Expand cement storage capacity at St. Mary’s Cement plant to support increased production and seasonal distribution needs.

The goal: Accommodate the plant’s production growth from 1.4 million to 2 million tons annually by constructing additional storage infrastructure, ensuring operational efficiency during peak demand periods and winter months when river transport is unavailable.

Project features: The expansion includes a 70,000-metric-ton storage dome, a reclaim tunnel, air supply line layouts, mechanical system layouts, and electrical system coordination. Apex supported the fill and dust collection system, optimizing material handling and environmental compliance.

Design approach: IMEG collaborated with the owner and a local geotechnical firm to conduct thorough site analysis and structural coordination. The team worked closely on the dome and reclaim tunnel design, ensuring seamless integration with existing plant operations. Detailed planning of air supply and mechanical systems was essential to maintaining proper material flow and environmental controls.

Challenge: Managing cement storage and retrieval efficiency while minimizing material loss. Solution: The design achieved a 99% reclaim rate, significantly improving material handling and reducing waste.

Project outcome: The expanded storage capacity supports St. Mary’s Cement in meeting seasonal demand fluctuations, enhances operational flexibility, and ensures continued efficiency in cement distribution.